4) Symbolism DONE

     I liked that the fire represented the life force of the circus. The fire was always lit-- even when traveling. It only died when Celia and Marco changed physical states, but the fire was then reborn when bound to Widget, Poppet, and Bailey. The fact that the fire was used to represent the life of the circus was interesting because fire is often associated with destruction, death, and other words with negative connotations. I also thought it was interesting that Morgenstern chose to symbolize the connection between Marco and Celia using a scar on their finger. It is something so subtle and seemingly insignificant, yet it represents the competition they are forced to endure due to an older feud between Hector Bowen and Mr. A.H..